Some people think that truck mount steam is the best, but in my opinion, this *new* method is the "Cats Meow"! Keep in mind I've been using truck mount steam extensively from 1985 up until early 2004, but after having been introduced and having experienced VLM myself , this method cleans better, dries faster (about 1 hr!) and you'll no longer have to worry about those irritating / reappearing spots!
You can see the white cotton cleaning pad (top right) that is now filthy from cleaning a small area of the carpet.
Question: Isn't this system really just a surface type of cleaning method?
Answer: Not at all, by applying an organic & environmentally / baby safe cleaner, I can get more dirt out than other methods. When I use the absorbency of 100% cotton pads, and combine the agitation of the oscillating machine, I have an excellent vehicle for removing soil and stains. The difference? The oscillating pad (by the floor machine) causes *all* sides of the fiber to be cleaned. Many systems over the years have tried using "bonnets' but unless they are 100% cotton and unless the pads are driven by an oscillating motion instead of a rotary motion, well, you simply cannot be removing near as much. I've tried and used a number of cleaning systems in the past, but this (in my opinion) is the best method under most situations.
It will remove many stubborn spots and stains
No reappearing spots
No residue to attract dirt
No hoses that require leaving your front door open
No excess water left in your carpet
And best of all, your carpet will stay cleaner longer!
This will be the most thorough cleaning your carpet will ever have!